The Tourism Event Grant Application in Sevier County is available to help organizers host high-quality events, offset portions of event costs, and promote extended stays within the region.
Grant funding source
Funding for these initiatives is generated through the Transient Room Tax (TRT), which is collected from visitors staying in campgrounds, hotels, motels, and short-term rentals. This funding allows the county to support tourism promotion and manage visitor impacts.
Event eligibility requirements
To qualify for the grant, events must last a minimum of two days and attract at least 100 people from outside Sevier County.
Application timeline and process
Organizers should apply after events are completed, as the Tourism Advisory Board determines funding only after the event has concluded. Applications must be filed within 30 days of an event's completion.
Required application documentation
Required validation documentation for the application includes registrations, verified ticket sales, sponsoring hotel documentation, rental agreements, and copies of marketing or advertising materials, as well as a profit and loss statement for the event.
Economic goals of funding
Supporting these events is intended to help the visitor economy by attracting overnight visitors and encouraging longer stays. This approach seeks to reinvest visitor spending back into the TRT fund to support local businesses and enhance economic vitality in the Sevier Valley.
Contact information for inquiries
For questions, individuals may contact the Sevier County Office of Tourism and Events at (435) 893-0457 or amymyers@sevier.utah.gov.
